President's Office Minister Ali Arif drew public backlash after suggesting Maldivians eat affordable "Garudhiya and rice" amid the financial crisis, while the government faced criticism over more than 2,000 political appointees costing MVR 86 million monthly and allegations of nepotism. Fishermen protested unpaid catches and students abroad struggled with rent and tuition.
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These days, we have to stop eating takeaways and cook our own Garudhiya and rice at home
It's outrageous that they tell us to tighten our belts while they dine on our dime
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particularly the appointments of over 2,000 political appointees, costing the state MVR 86 million in monthly salaries.
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Earlier reports gave over 2,000 14 Jul, 15:21 Maldives Republic
particularly the appointments of over 2,000 political appointees, costing the state MVR 86 million in monthly salaries.
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Earlier reports gave 86 million MVR 14 Jul, 15:21 Maldives Republic
During a rally at the PNC headquarters, Arif, a former member of parliament, tried to paint an optimistic picture, assuring that the Maldives will not go bankrupt.
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